JAMAICA, QUEENS · NOVEMBER 2026

What are homes like yours selling for in Jamaica?

Illustration of a low-rise residential street with larger buildings beyond in Jamaica, Queens.

Home prices and trends

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Single-family median sale price

$840,000
34 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$840,0007
Q1 2026$828,0006
Q2 2026$860,00010
Q3 2026$870,00011

Multifamily median sale price

$999,900
49 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$1.0M14
Q1 2026$1.2M13
Q2 2026$1.1M6
Q3 2026$922,50016

Condos median sale price

$484,000
5 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$445,0002
Q1 2026$491,9502
Q2 2026—0
Q3 2026$415,0001

Co-ops median sale price

$197,000
57 sales over 12 months

Quarterly trend

QuarterMedian priceSales
Q4 2025$180,00017
Q1 2026$222,50020
Q2 2026$158,5006
Q3 2026$187,50014
How we calculated these figures

Data source: NYC Department of Finance — Queens recorded sales, rolling and annualized transaction-level files. Period: October 2025 – September 2026. Excludes nominal transfers ($10,000 or less), non-residential classes, and flagged bulk transactions. Last updated: November 2026.

145 qualifying sales. Median price per square foot: $556, using eligible sales with reported gross square footage and excluding building class 11. Rolling sales · Annualized sales

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Busiest closing months

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September22 sales
October16 sales

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Questions about selling in Jamaica

How much does a home cost in Jamaica, Queens?

Based on NYC Department of Finance public records (October 2025 – September 2026), median sale prices in Jamaica vary by property type. Co-op Apartments: $197,000 (57 sales). Single-Family Homes: $840,000 (34 sales). Condominiums: $484,000 (5 sales). Multifamily: $999,900 (49 sales). These figures reflect recorded transactions, not just MLS listings.

What is the real estate market like in Jamaica right now?

The Jamaica market recorded 145 residential sales over the past 12 months according to NYC public records. The median price per square foot is $556. The median building was built in 1931. A free strategy call can put these figures in context for your property.

When is the best time to sell a home in Jamaica?

The busiest closing months in this report were Jan, Sep, Oct. City records give the closing date. To choose a listing date, compare competing listings and work back from your preferred move date.

What types of homes are in Jamaica?

Over the past 12 months, Co-op Apartments accounted for 39.3% of sales, Single-Family Homes accounted for 23.4% of sales, Two-Family Homes accounted for 23.4% of sales, Three-Family Homes accounted for 5.5% of sales, Other Residential accounted for 4.8% of sales, Condominiums accounted for 3.4% of sales. The median year built is 1931.

How long does it take to sell a home in Jamaica?

City sale records give the closing date. Compare recent listings for similar properties to see how long they took to go into contract. Allow time for financing, title work, and any required board approval.

Do I need a real estate agent to sell in Jamaica?

You can sell your home yourself or hire a broker. Schedule a free valuation call with Justin for help with pricing, marketing, and negotiating offers.

Jamaica at a glance

Jamaica is a residential and commercial neighborhood in southeastern Queens, bordered by Hollis to the east, South Jamaica to the south, Jamaica Hills to the north, and Briarwood to the west.

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The neighborhood is one of the largest commercial centers in Queens, anchored by the Jamaica Avenue commercial corridor, Sutphin Boulevard, and the Jamaica Center transit hub. Housing is a mix of pre-war and post-war apartment buildings, two-family and three-family row homes, and detached single-family homes.

Jamaica is one of the most transit-accessible neighborhoods in Queens, served by the E, J, Z subway lines at Jamaica Center, the F train at Sutphin Boulevard, the Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica station (one of the busiest LIRR stations), and the AirTrain JFK to Kennedy Airport. The neighborhood is home to York College of CUNY, the Jamaica Performing Arts Center, and Rufus King Park. Jamaica has historically been the commercial and cultural heart of southeastern Queens.

Sales mix by property type
Property typeSalesShare
Co-op Apartments5739.3%
Single-Family Homes3423.4%
Two-Family Homes3423.4%
Three-Family Homes85.5%
Other Residential74.8%
Condominiums53.4%

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